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About The Housing Authority of the City of Nanticoke
The Housing Authority of the City of Nanticoke, PHA Code PA043, is situated in Nanticoke, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. This authority manages approximately 495 assisted housing units within its jurisdiction.
Its programs include Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV). The Public Housing waitlist, which encompasses 440 Public Housing units, is currently open to new applicants. The HCV waitlist, managing 55 Section 8 vouchers, is presently closed. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA MSA area is $41,850 per year.
Applicants should be aware that while the Public Housing waitlist status has seen recent changes, it is currently accepting applications.
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Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Feb 23, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Waiting list is currently accepting applications for families and senior/disabled individuals. Preferences are given for involuntarily displaced by fire, flood, or natural disaster, displaced by government action, living in substandard conditions, rent burdened, disabled, elderly, or veterans.
Other Programs
1 programThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) is currently closed. Applications require various documents including birth certificates, social security cards, photo IDs, income verification, paystubs, address history, landlord information, and potentially veteran's preference or domestic violence documentation.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official The Housing Authority of the City of Nanticoke portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at The Housing Authority of the City of Nanticoke
Check Current Status
The Housing Authority of the City of Nanticoke currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at The Housing Authority of the City of Nanticoke, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $41,850/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official The Housing Authority of the City of Nanticoke portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at The Housing Authority of the City of Nanticoke, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. The Housing Authority of the City of Nanticoke manages approximately 495 assisted housing units (55 Section 8, 440 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Nanticoke. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at The Housing Authority of the City of Nanticoke
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at The Housing Authority of the City of Nanticoke are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. The Housing Authority of the City of Nanticoke manages approximately 440 Public Housing units in Nanticoke. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at The Housing Authority of the City of Nanticoke provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Nanticoke. This program serves approximately 55 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for The Housing Authority of the City of Nanticoke?
The Housing Authority of the City of Nanticoke Income Limits
Income limits for programs at The Housing Authority of the City of Nanticoke are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $41,850. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $17,600 | $29,300 | $46,900 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $33,500 | $53,600 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $37,700 | $60,300 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $41,850 | $66,950 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $45,200 | $72,350 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $48,550 | $77,700 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $51,900 | $83,050 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $55,250 | $88,400 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to The Housing Authority of the City of Nanticoke — including across state lines.